Homemade Vegan Creamed Corn Recipe (Low-fat, Plant-based) | Shane & Simple (2024)

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Delicious, rich, and creamy Homemade Vegan Creamed Corn recipe. Plant-based, vegan, low-fat, and ready in as little as 20 minutes.

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Fall is fast approaching and I’m super excited. Why? Well, there’s a couple reasons. One, I just love Fall. And, two: HOMEMADE VEGAN CREAMED CORN! Man, do I love creamed corn! No, you don’t understand. I..LOVE…CREAMED…CORN! We clear?

Now, let’s get it on!

Cream style corn is a classic here in the south. But, it’s also one of the reasons this part of the country is obese and has diabetes. Classic creamed corn is usually loaded with butter, heavy cream, and tons of sugar. So, it’s basically a heart attack waiting to happen.

But, I’m not gonna lie to you. It’s one of the things I missed most after switching to a whole foods, plant-based diet. And, I really couldn’t find avegan recipe that was any better. Most were still high in fat, made with processed sugar and loaded with crap.

But, I knew there had to be a better way. So, after a little trial and error I present to you: Homemade Vegan Creamed Corn. It’s completely dairy-free, extremely low in fat, thick, rich and absolutely delicious.

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How Do You Make Homemade Vegan Creamed Corn?

How’d I do it? It’s actually pretty simple.

First, you want to make sure you use sweet corn. Yes, there is actually sweet corn. So, be sure and read the package.

I wanted to keep it low in fat so in place of heavy cream or coconut milk I used unsweetened almond milk. But, I had to figure out how to make it thick and “creamy.” So, to achieve that I added2 Tbsp. of ground flax seed. Then, part way through the cooking I use a blender to puree half the recipe. And, I simply pour the puree back into the pan and voila – Homemade Vegan Creamed Corn.

There’s also a couple other ingredients you don’t normally find in a creamed corn recipe. GARLIC AND ONIONS! I know it sounds strange, but it works so well. They come together and add just enough savoriness without getting in the way of the sweetness. Trust me on this.

Oh, and to make it sweet? No, I didn’t go crazy using processed sugar like most recipes. I decided to use a little maple syrup so you can adjust it as you go. Remember, you’re using sweet corn so no need to go crazy. HINT: Always start with less syrup and build.

And, there you have it! Homemade Vegan Creamed Corn.

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Homemade Vegan Creamed Corn

Despite the fact this recipe uses no butter or heavy cream at all, I promise you won’t miss it. This Homemade Vegan Creamed Corn is sure to satisfy the most die-hard southerner and you. Because it’s…

  • Sweet
  • A little savory
  • Thick
  • Rich
  • Creamy
  • A perfect Fall recipe
  • Low-fat
  • Super simple to make
  • & freaking delicious!

This recipe goes perfectly with my Creamy Homemade Vegan Mashed Potatoes& Easy Vegan Brown Gravyand creates a delicious holiday feast.

Did you make this recipe? Let me know! Be sure and leave a comment below with a STAR rating. And, share a picture by tagging me onInstagramand use the hashtag#shaneandsimple. I want to see your work. Enjoy!

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Rich and creamy Homemade Vegan Creamed Corn recipe. Plant-based, vegan, low-fat, and ready in as little 20 minutes.

  • Author: Shane Martin
  • Prep Time: 7 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Side
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

UnitsScale

  • 2 lbs. frozen sweet corn (32-oz. bag or 2 16-oz. bags)
  • 1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk or plant-milk of choice
  • ½ medium-sized onion (chopped)
  • 3 Tbsp. maple syrup
  • 2 Tbsp. ground flax seed
  • 1 Tbsp. minced garlic
  • salt (adjust to taste)
  • black pepper (adjust to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium high heat and sautee onions and garlic until the onions are soft. Add a couple tablespoons of water to pan in order to prevent sticking if needed.
  2. Reduce heat to medium, add corn, and cook for 8-10 minutes. You want to make sure the corn is completely thawed and hot.
  3. Add the almond milk, flax, remaining seasonings and stir gently to combine. Let cook for 5-6 minutes after stirring.
  4. Depending on how thick you want it, transfer ⅓ to ½ of the corn mixture in the skillet to your food processor or blender and blend until fairly smooth. Pour this mixture back into the skillet with the whole corn kernels and heat for a few minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and serve.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size:
  • Calories: 139
  • Sugar: 12.7 g
  • Sodium: 61.5 mg
  • Fat: 2.2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 27.2 g
  • Fiber: 3.1 g
  • Protein: 4.4 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

This recipe was shared at the Weekend Potluck!

Homemade Vegan Creamed Corn Recipe (Low-fat, Plant-based) | Shane & Simple (2024)

FAQs

What is a substitute for cream style corn? ›

CREAMED CORN SUBSTITUTE

Put all the corn + 1/3 of the liquid in the can + 1 tbsp flour into a bowl. Then blitz with hand blender (or use blender) until you can't see whole corn kernels anymore but there are still corn chunks (don't to puree). Use all of it in place of canned creamed corn in this recipe.

Can vegans eat creamed corn? ›

The store-bought canned varieties are almost always vegan because they use the “milk” from the cob and the liquid held inside the corn kernels to achieve a creamy consistency. Many homemade recipes do call for dairy products, but they can easily be replaced with nondairy ingredients to make vegan creamed corn.

What is the difference between creamed corn and cream corn? ›

That may be because most canned cream corn is made primarily of corn, sugar and food starch, with not a drop of cream to be found. True creamed corn is nothing more than corn kernels lightly cooked in butter, stirred with cream to taste, then heated gently.

What thickens cream corn? ›

The answer to thick and smooth creamed corn

If you're short on time, add a tablespoon of rice flour straight into the runny mix and stir to combine. If rice flour isn't available, cornstarch, potato starch, or flour are also great thickeners.

What is the cream in cream corn made of? ›

Creamed Corn Ingredients

Cream: Heavy whipping cream is the key to the creamy, decadent texture. Sugar: A tablespoon of white sugar adds a hint of sweetness. Seasonings: This creamed corn recipe is simply seasoned with salt and pepper. Butter: Butter adds richness and flavor.

What is the difference between creamed corn and corn pudding? ›

The main difference is the texture. Corn pudding has a similar gelatinous texture to dessert pudding, hence its name, so it's creamy and loose. In comparison, corn casserole has a thicker consistency and holds its shape better than the pudding because it uses thickening agents like instant cornbread mix.

What cream can vegans eat? ›

Coconut cream – canned coconut cream is the best for making vegan whipped cream, better than coconut milk. Coconut cream has a lower water content, so basically you'll get more bang for your buck. Full fat canned coconut milk can also work but the best results are generally going to come from using coconut cream.

Is KFC corn vegan? ›

WHAT OTHER KFC FOODS ARE SUITABLE FOR VEGANS? Our beans and corn are vegan-friendly and can be added to your Original Recipe Vegan Burger & Drink order for just 50p. Click here for a full list of vegan-friendly foods available at KFC. Our kiosks also have symbols to indicate vegan menu items and ingredients.

Why are corn flakes not vegan? ›

This is because, although the original ingredients are plant-based, it is fortified with vitamin D which in this case isn't vegan. The vitamin D used in Kellogg's Cornflakes is derived from lanolin, which is sheep's wool grease, making it unsuitable for those on a plant-based diet.

Can you can homemade creamed corn? ›

If you don't have room in your freezer, but you want to be able to enjoy the corn from your garden this winter, then home-canning your corn is the easy way to do it. Here's how to do make home-canned creamed corn, complete instructions in easy steps and completely illustrated.

What are the ingredients in canned creamed corn? ›

Water, Corn, Modified Food Starch (Corn), Sugar, Sea Salt.

How to make cream at home easy? ›

Place the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla in a mixing bowl (you can use a stand mixer with a whisk attachment or use a hand mixer). Beat at medium until frothy and beginning to thicken, then increase to medium-high speed and beat until you start to see trails left by the beaters. Stop and scrape the bowl.

How do you make creamed corn thicker without cornstarch? ›

However, if your creamed corn is really soupy, you will want to use flour to thicken it up. Our Everyday Life suggests using rice flour. The beauty of rice flour over cornstarch is you can sprinkle it right into your creamed corn and mix until you get your desired consistency.

How do you make canned creamed corn taste better? ›

You can add butter and cream to make it taste better. Also a pinch of pepper. A little butter, milk and a dash of sugar will go a long way to improving the flavor.

What is the difference between cream corn and regular corn? ›

Cream style corn has a noticeable difference in color between the corn kernels and the cream portion primarily due to the "sheen" of the skin of the kernels. The cream portion has a "matt" finish.

Is peaches and cream corn the same as sweetcorn? ›

Peaches and Cream is a hybrid varietal of sweet corn that typically produces 8–10″ ears of corn with bi-color kernels bursting with sweetness, making this varietal a summertime garden favorite.

What food group is cream style corn in? ›

Creamed corn is a member of the Vegetables and Vegetable Products US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.

Is frozen or canned corn better for creamed corn? ›

And the water tends to soak into the corn, making it a bit soggy. So! You can technically use either frozen or canned corn to make homemade creamed corn. But know that this dish will taste better with frozen corn than with canned corn.

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